Return Pump Questions

[MrX]

Questions about my current return pump and possible replacement/addition(s):

1) On the system I just bought it came with a Jebao DCP-5000. It's missing an o-ring on the return/output side. Anyone know if you can buy replacement parts for these? (I know Jebao is basically a one-off, hope you get one that works, just replace it if it fails.) Looking for said o-ring and/or additional connectors.

2) Thinking of opening the wall back up and running 1 or 2 tubes to the basement just to facilitate water changes. I don't want to spend $500 on a gargantuan pump to go up one floor (say 14-15 ft). I was thinking maybe a Jebao DCP-6500 or DCP-8000. Any input?

3) Anyone know what the latest Jebao pumps are? I see the DCQ, and Dong mentioned the DCA which I can't seem to find? (Is DCA the blue pumps? Something like DC Marine Aqua Pump)

4) What other pumps are quiet, relatively cheap, good quality, etc.?

Ideally I'd like to have one running the tank and the other for the water changes. Then if then one on the tank dies I can swap in the water change one and get a replacement while I hoof buckets up/down the stairs.

Thanks.

 

[ReefAddict]

It’s always confusing as to what are the latest models from jebao lol. I am a big fan and successfully used many Jebao return pumps I’m not so sure it would be the right pump for going up one floor though.

for info the DCP models kick a**. I love them.

 

[Zach77]

I tried an 8000 to run my water from the basement up one floor and it didn’t have enough pressure to push it through a 1/2” line. Tried a mid size Pan World with the same results, eventually went with an Iwaki pressure rated pump with zero issues.

 

[BiGGiePauls33]

I have a dcp 8000 14' head pressure at 0 feet. You may want to go with a bigger one.

 

[Phinfan]

Check out reefbreeders Dong has them Logan is in RI and is very good about replacing defective stuff.

 

[MrX]

It’s always confusing as to what are the latest models from jebao lol. I am a big fan and successfully used many Jebao return pumps I’m not so sure it would be the right pump for going up one floor though.

for info the DCP models kick a**. I love them.

Thanks for the info. I haven't been able to test/run this DCP-5000 yet. You're right, the model naming for Jebao is crazy.

 

[MrX]

Check out reefbreeders Dong has them Logan is in RI and is very good about replacing defective stuff.

Thanks... will check out his site. I was talking to Logan at FFM about his new lights.

 

[BiGGiePauls33]

I also have a reefbreeders essentially the same pump but with a warranty.